French 19th Century Mahogany Empire Enfilade with Marble Top

Dimensions: 41 ¾” H x 64 ¼” W x 20 ⅞” D

A magnificent 19th century French enfilade of classic Empire styling, made of richly figured mahogany adorned with gilt bronze accents. Its original marble top of black stone is speckled with tiny, fossilized inclusions underneath the expected scratches from time and use. In the overhanging frieze below, a row of three drawers open by hidden cupped handles along the bottom edge (the keyholes are only decorative without a key present). The case is animated by abstract, swirling grain patterns of the wood in those luminous brown tones mahogany is prized for. In the storage compartment of the case one finds a wide cabinet behind the left and center doors opened by gripping the pillar in the absence of a key. A narrow cabinet to the right side opens by using the key as a pull. Both sections contain a semi-adjustable shelf, 13 ½” deep for ample storage in a dining room or foyer. Two thick columns to the sides–detached from the case–are mounted with gilt bronze capitals and bases that further underscore the Empire taste for Greco-Roman architecture. Cleaned, tightened, and polished with a French paste wax this showstopping storage piece is ready for your interior. We believe this to be in good antique condition considering its age, and any visible signs of wear are captured in the photos. Please view the detailed image gallery for the current condition or reach out directly with any questions.